2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 598 kg more than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Rogue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |